Joao's predatory finish took his goal tally to nine in 23 appearances this term. He is the Owls' leading marksman and the Portugal international has now netted an impressive 15 goals as a substitute in the Championship since the start of the 2015-16 season.

"It was amazing to help the team win and have the chance to score a goal after hard work from the team," he said. "It is obviously good to have contributed. In my position, you need score goals and do the job.

"I'm happy to have scored but the most important thing was the three points. Hopefully I will keep on scoring. I will keep working hard to show the manager what I can do."